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BMW R 850 R

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 850 cc

N203 ARBMOT history

N203 ARB is a green petrol BMW R 850 R first used on 27 Jun 1996. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 17,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
17,886 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N203 ARB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
R 850 R
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
850 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
27 Jun 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N203 ARB was last recorded at 17,886 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 1,862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
16,024 miles · 22 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1,862 miles
Average per year
674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 17,886 miles
  • 2025 – 16,024 miles
  • 2024 – 15,004 miles
  • 2020 – 14,991 miles
  • 2019 – 13,362 miles
  • 2018 – 11,009 miles
  • 2017 – 8,514 miles
  • 2016 – 5,271 miles
  • 2015 – 5,270 miles
  • 2014 – 5,096 miles
  • 2008 – 4,930 miles
  • 2007 – 4,688 miles
  • 2006 – 4,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass17,886 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass17,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    17,886 miles
    Test number
    627114295892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail17,886 miles (+1,862)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,886 miles
    Test number
    668568285831
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass16,024 miles (+1,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    16,024 miles
    Test number
    762077401149
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy exhaust baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass15,004 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    15,004 miles
    Test number
    525568098051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass14,991 miles (+1,629)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    14,991 miles
    Test number
    874769383384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass13,362 miles (+2,353)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    13,362 miles
    Test number
    899451147718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass11,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    11,009 miles
    Test number
    709396671657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail11,009 miles (+2,495)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,009 miles
    Test number
    471838387944
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass8,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    8,514 miles
    Test number
    746526225207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail8,514 miles (+3,243)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,514 miles
    Test number
    971235626522
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)

  11. Pass5,271 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    5,271 miles
    Test number
    209466433821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass5,270 miles (+174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    5,270 miles
    Test number
    540802250671
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

  13. Pass5,096 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    5,096 miles
    Test number
    525259574240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass4,930 miles (+242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    4,930 miles
    Test number
    584135188223
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  15. Pass4,688 miles (+420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    4,688 miles
    Test number
    280472827260
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Pass4,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    4,268 miles
    Test number
    561240216281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N203 ARB

Does N203 ARB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N203 ARB is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on N203 ARB?
The MOT on N203 ARB is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N203 ARB done?
N203 ARB was recorded at 17,886 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 674 miles a year.
Has N203 ARB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N203 ARB has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on N203 ARB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on N203 ARB find?
N203 ARB passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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